Kollam (Kerala): Kerala State Electronics Development Corporation Limited (Keltron), a state-owned electronics manufacturer, has secured a contract to design and produce 336 low-frequency ultrasonic transducer elements for the Vietnamese Navy, Kerala Industries Minister P Rajeev announced on Friday.

In a Facebook post, Rajeev highlighted that Keltron has been consistently securing defense-related contracts, with the latest deal marking a remarkable milestone in the company's international defense manufacturing journey.

The contract was awarded through Mumbai-based Neo Power, the Minister said, adding that Keltron aims to secure more such projects in the future to further strengthen its position in the defense sector.